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Victoria is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, which is the largest of British Columbia's 6,500 islands. It is a community of choice for its temperate climate, natural beauty, recreational sites and superior economic opportunities.
According to the 2001 census, about 325,000 people make their home in the Greater Victoria area. The population is expected to approach 400,000 by the year 2020.
The region's strategic location as a gateway to the Pacific Rim makes us partners to U.S. markets, and its many sea and air links have made the area a hub for business development and economic investment.
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